Operation - Daewoo DATM Series User Manual

ENSURE that the motor operation switch is in the OFF position and the spark plug ignition lead is
disconnected befare removing the guards or making adjustments.
ENSURE both the machine and the operator are stable by setting up on level terrain and the machine
will not tip over, slide of fall while in operation or unattended.
DO NOT leave the machine in operation while it is unattended.
ENSURE that the walls of a trench are stable and will not collapse due to the action of the vibration,
prior to commencing compaction.
ENSURE that the area to be compacted does not contain any "live" electrical cables, gas, water or
communication services which may be damaged by the action of vibration.
EXERCISE CARE when operating unit. Exposure to vibration or repetitive work actions may be harmful
to hands and arms.
NEVER stand on the unit while it is operating.
DO NOT increase the governed no-load motor speed above 3,500 r/min. Any increase may result in
personal injury and damage to the machine.
BE CAREFUL not to come in contact with the muffler when the engine is hot, since it can cause severe
burns. ENSURE that the repairs to the motor and machine are carried out by COMPETENT personnel.
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
PETROL is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
ENSURE that the petral is only stored in an approved storage container.
DO NOT refuel the motor while it is in operation or hot.
DO NOT refuel the motor in the vicinity of sparks, a naked flame or a person smoking.
DO NOT over fill the fuel tank and avoid spilling petral when refueling. Spilled petral or petral vapour
may ignite. lf spillage occurs, ensure that the area is dry befare starting the motor.
ENSURE that the fuel tank cap is securely fitted after refueling.
CHEMICAL HAZARDS
DO NOT operate or refuel a petral or diesel motor in a confined area without adequate ventilation.
CARBON MONOXIDE exhaust gases from interna! combustion motor driven units can cause death in
confined spaces.
NOISE HAZARDS
EXCESSIVE NOISE can lead to temporary or permanent loss of hearing.
WEAR an approved hearing protection device to limit noise exposure. As required by Occupational
Health and Safety regulations.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
ALWAYS wear approved hearing protection when working in a confined work space. Protective gog-
gles and a dust mask should be worn when working in a dusty environment. Protective clothing and
footwear may also be desirable when working with hot mix bitumen.
ADDITIONAL HAZARDS
Slip/Trip/Fall is a major cause of serious injury or death. Beware of uneven or slippery work surfaces.
Exercise care when working in the vicinity of unprotected holes or excavations.

6. OPERATION

Pre-start-up inspection
The following Pre-start-up inspection must be performed before the start of each work session or
after every four hours of use, whichever is first.. lf any fault is discovered, the compactor must not be
used until the fault is rectified.
Thoroughly inspect the compactor for signs of damage. Check components are present and secure.
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